Lead Technician

TEKsystems; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

TEKsystems is hiring for Lead Technicians/Foremen to manage large data center installations in El Paso, TX. You will lead crews, coordinate daily activities, and ensure high-quality work on fiber, Cat6, and structured cabling projects.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication with customers and trades, and the ability to scale crews from 6 to 20+ as the project grows. Immediate interviews and onsite work offered.

Qualifications

• Data Center or Large Commercial Structured Cabling Experience.
• Cat6 Installation.
• Fiber Optic Installation & Termination.
• J-Hooks & Cable Tray Experience.
• Blueprint Reading.
• Leadership / Foreman Experience.
• Strong Customer-Facing Communication Skills.
• Ability to Work Effectively with Multiple Trades.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities for installation crews.
• Perform hands-on installation while managing team productivity.
• Oversee OSP Fiber, ISP Fiber, and Cat6 installations.
• Route and install cable tray systems, J-hooks, and structured cabling pathways.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project drawings.
• Ensure technicians have the proper materials, tools, equipment, and direction each day.
• Communicate project updates, productivity, and workforce needs to Site Superintendents.
• Maintain quality standards, site safety, and installation accuracy.

Skills

Data Center Cabling

Cat6 Installation

Fiber Installation

Cable Tray

Blueprint Reading

Leadership

Customer Communication

Multi-trade Coordination

Tools

Personal hand tools

Cordless drill

Job description

URGENT HIRING NOW! LEAD DATA CENTER TECHNICIANS / FOREMEN TEKsystems Hiring Multiple Leads for a Massive Data Center Project in El Paso, TX

Ready to lead large-scale data center construction projects and accelerate your career? TEKsystems is hiring NOW for multiple Lead Technicians/Foremen to join a high-profile Data Center build in El Paso, TX. These are urgent openings with immediate interviews and start opportunities!

If you have experience leading structured cabling teams, installing fiber and copper infrastructure, reading blueprints, and driving production on large commercial or data center projects, we want to talk to you ASAP.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Lead Technician/Foreman, you'll play a key role in managing crews and ensuring successful project execution. You'll initially oversee a team of approximately 6 technicians while getting familiar with the project. As construction ramps up, you'll transition into leading crews of 20+ technicians across large-scope buildings.

Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate daily activities for installation crews

Perform hands-on installation while managing team productivity

Oversee OSP Fiber, ISP Fiber, and Cat6 infrastructure installations

Route and install cable tray systems, J-hooks, and structured cabling pathways

Read and interpret blueprints and project drawings

Ensure technicians have the proper materials, tools, equipment, and direction each day

Communicate project updates, productivity, and workforce needs to Site Superintendents

Maintain quality standards, site safety, and installation accuracy

Work collaboratively with customers, project stakeholders, and other trades

Address field challenges professionally and help resolve conflicts when they arise

Assist with manpower planning, performance management, and workforce accountability

Required ExperienceMust Have:

• Data Center or Large Commercial Structured Cabling Experience
• Cat6 Installation
• Fiber Optic Installation & Termination
• J-Hooks & Cable Tray Experience
• Blueprint Reading
• Leadership / Foreman Experience
• Strong Customer-Facing Communication Skills
• Ability to Work Effectively with Multiple Trades

Certifications Required Before Starting:

• OSHA 10
• Lift Certification

Tools Required:

• Personal hand tools
• Cordless drill

All major project-specific tools will be provided.

Why Join TEKsystems?

Immediate openings with a rapidly growing project

Opportunity to advance into leadership over large crews

Work on one of the region's premier Data Center builds

Long-term project stability

Join a team that values safety, quality, accountability, and career growth

TEKsystems is actively interviewing and hiring multiple Lead Technicians/Foremen right now for this urgent Data Center project in El Paso, TX. If you have structured cabling leadership experience and are ready to take ownership of major installations, don't wait.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of El Paso, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Paso,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.